Crisis and Escalation in Cyberspace

• Main Author: Libicki, Martin C. (auth)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: RAND Corporation 2012
• Subjects: Computer viruses, Trojans & worms; Network security; Computer security; Technology
• Online Access: DOAB: download the publication; DOAB: description of the publication

The chances are growing that the United States will find itself in a crisis in cyberspace-the escalation of tensions associated with a major cyberattack, suspicions that one has taken place, or fears that it might do so soon. Such crises can be managed by taking steps to reduce the incentives for ot...